{"product_id":"punisher-war-journal-vol-1-56a-1993","title":"Punisher War Journal Volume 1 56A 1993 Classic Marvel Comic Book","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep into a defining moment of Marvel’s Punisher with Punisher War Journal Volume 1, 56A, a 1993 classic from Marvel Comics. The cover art by Gary Kwapisz instantly signals the bold, high-stakes world Frank Castle inhabits, making this issue a standout in any 1990s Marvel collection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe lead story, \u003cstrong\u003e24 Hours of Power!\u003c\/strong\u003e, is scripted by Chuck Dixon and drawn by Gary Kwapisz, delivering tight pacing, visceral action, and the Punisher’s unmistakable tactical ruthlessness. In a memorable sequence, \u003cem\u003eKiller B\u003c\/em\u003e battles \u003cem\u003eBospehus\u003c\/em\u003e, showcasing a clash of raw power and strategic grit that fans return to again and again. Rounding out the issue is the \u003cstrong\u003eBullpen Bulletins\u003c\/strong\u003e feature, written by Danny Fingeroth with art by Rick Parker, which offers a window into Marvel’s creator-centric culture of the era—a bonus for collectors who value period context as much as the pages themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s inside\u003c\/strong\u003e: 36 pages of classic Punisher storytelling, with the original cover price of \u003cstrong\u003e$1.75\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong\u003e56A\u003c\/strong\u003e designation marks this edition as a desirable early-volume variant from the 1993 run, making it a compelling pick for variant seekers and long-time fans alike.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic 1993 Punisher era\u003c\/strong\u003e storytelling and artwork that captures the mood and energy of early-’90s Marvel comics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e56A variant\u003c\/strong\u003e designation adds collectible value for variant-focused collectors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact, story-driven format\u003c\/strong\u003e—a single-volume experience that’s easy to read in one sitting or display on a shelf\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBonus creator context\u003c\/strong\u003e with Bullpen Bulletins by Danny Fingeroth and art by Rick Parker\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for collectors and fans\u003c\/strong\u003e of Punisher War Journal, Chuck Dixon’s run, and Gary Kwapisz’s distinctive art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis edition is a must-have for longtime Punisher enthusiasts, fans of Chuck Dixon’s era-spanning run, and anyone building a retro Marvel shelf. It stands out from later reprints by preserving the original 1993 presentation, the era-specific artwork, and the authentic feel of a single-issue Punisher chapter that defined a generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ugly Monkey Comics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51197779247382,"sku":"75960604063605600","price":3.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/4301\/3142\/files\/ADF72229-CD4C-47EA-AD96-533FC3B5FE77.jpg?v=1775967217","url":"https:\/\/uglymonkeycomics.com\/products\/punisher-war-journal-vol-1-56a-1993","provider":"Ugly Monkey Comics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}